brinkmann - Ramirent

2 Safety regulations
2.13 Injury risks /
Other risks
BRINKMANN
MASCHINENFABRIK GMBH & CO. KG
The machine has been built using state-of-the-art technology and in
accordance with recognised safety regulations. Nevertheless, its use may
constitute a serious or fatal risk to the operator or third parties, or cause
damage to the machine and other property.
The following is a list of injuries that may result from improper use of
the machine.
− Risk of crushing and bumping when moving and setting up the
machine.
− Risk of injury from falling loads, in particular when loading the
machine incorrectly using a crane or winch.
− Risk of injury caused by a brake that releases itself or missing wheel
chocks.
− Risk of crushing and bumping and risk of injury when slewing the
loader.
− Risk of crushing and bumping from the discharge stand thrashing
around at the delivery hose end. Particularly during blockages.
− Injuries (serious or fatal) caused by thrashing hose end not attached
to discharge stand.
− Injuries, in particular to the eyes, caused by releasing/disconnecting a
pressurised delivery hose. Particularly when a blockage forms.
− Risk of eye and skin injuries caused by hydraulic fl uid discharging
when connections on the compression system are opened and the
machine is not shut down in accordance with regulations.
− Eye and skin injuries caused by concrete spatter, water glass or other
chemical substances.
− Health damaged after breathing in dust particles, cleaning/preserving
agent or solvent.
− Hearing damage when personnel work near the machine for long
periods without ear defenders.
− Electrical contact (potentially dangerous electric shocks) with
electrical equipment on the machine. If connections or electrical
components are faulty.
− Risk of burns from hot machine components. These include: engine,
engine oil system, engine oil cooler, compressor, compressor oil
system, compressor oil cooler, compressed air tank, exhaust system.
− Risk of scalding from hot engine or compressor oil.
− Injuries caused by starting or operating the machine inadvertently or
without authorisation.
− Injuries caused as a result of becoming caught/pulled in by the winch
cable on the scraper.
− Injuries caused by tripping over hoses, operating equipment or other
objects lying around.
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